Myotherapy vs Remedial Massage
What’s the Difference?
At Diverse Myotherapy, both Myotherapy and Remedial Massage treatments go beyond just loosening muscles.
We assess the body, treat the underlying cause where possible, and provide rehab or self-management strategies to help your results last, no matter which service you choose.
So instead of thinking “Which one is better?” it’s more about:
→ Do I need a deeper assessment?
→ Or do I already know what I need treated?
In Simple Terms
Remedial Massage
A great option if you're feeling tight, sore or overloaded — and want a clinical hands-on treatment to help your body recover and feel better quickly.
Myotherapy
Ideal if your pain or issue is recurring, more complex, nerve-related or movement-specific — and you want a deeper investigation into why it keeps happening, not just relief.
So How Do You Decide Which to Book?
If this sounds like you…Best Starting Point
✅ “I feel tight, overloaded or sore from work, training or stress.”Remedial Massage
✅ “I know the general area that needs treatment.” Remedial Massage
🔄 “This issue keeps coming back or is limiting my movement.” Myotherapy
⚠️ “There’s nerve-type pain, sharpness, pins & needles or uncertainty.” Myotherapy
What You Can Expect from Both at Diverse Myotherapy
✅ Thorough conversation to understand what’s going on
✅ Hands-on treatment tailored to your body and tolerance
✅ Education + awareness around what’s causing the issue
✅ Rehab or self-care strategies if needed — not just symptom relief
The main difference is simply the level of assessment and complexity — not the quality of care.
Can You Use Both Over Time? Absolutely.
Many clients start with remedial massage to release tension and settle things down, then move into myotherapy when they’re ready to address the root cause more deeply.
Others do the opposite — solve the issue first with myotherapy, then maintain progress with remedial or recovery-based sessions (e.g. compression boots).
The journey is flexible, not fixed — and we’ll always guide you based on your goal and stage of progress.
Ready to Book?
Whether you're seeking pain relief, performance support or long-term results — you're in the right place.
Book Remedial Massage — if your body feels tight, overloaded or simply needs recovery
Book Myotherapy — if the issue is recurring, movement-limiting or you want long-term resolution
And if you’re unsure — just pick one.
We’ll guide you from there.

